Crackdown on crime in capital ordered

Islamabad: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Islamabad Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi has directed law enforcement to ramp up efforts to eliminate crime from the federal capital, underscoring the need for strict crime prevention and security measures. The directives were issued during a high-level crime control meeting at the Central Police Office (CPO) in Islamabad, attended by senior police officers, including DIG Headquarters Dr. Syed Mustafa Tanveer and DIG Security Jawad Tariq.

The IGP reviewed the city’s crime statistics and preventive measures, giving firm instructions for swift arrests of suspects involved in serious offenses like robbery, murder, and street crimes. He stressed the importance of gathering strong evidence in ongoing investigations to ensure successful prosecutions. IG Rizvi highlighted the need for intensified efforts to tackle high-priority issues, urging officers to focus on areas notorious for crime and to uphold the safety and dignity of Islamabad’s residents.